French Ambassador praises Nigerian culture, art, and hospitality
French Ambassador Marc Fonbaustier expressed deep appreciation for Nigerian culture during an interview with PREMIUM TIMES. He described Nigeria's heritage as 'richness' and highlighted its cultural mix, art, attire, and hospitality traditions. Visiting the Kaduna Museum, he called Nigerian art 'one of the best in Africa' and expressed curiosity about the cultural significance of traditional hats across tribes. The ambassador noted Nigeria's complexity but praised its 'warmth of the people' as its core soul, contrasting it with viewing foreigners as threats. He also mentioned enjoying Afrobeat music, particularly Fela Kuti's 'Unknown Soldiers' and Tony Allen's work, and tried Nigerian pepper soup and Hausa sweets Alkaki and Dublan.